Film analysis: Hatchet 3 (2013) (Decker Shado video)

Wiki Article

Hatchet 3 (2013) is the third horror film in the Hatchet Series. It is a follow-up to Victor Crowley's murderous rampage through Louisiana's Honey Island Swamp. Kane Hodder plays Victor Crowley and Brian Quinn is Deputy Winslow. Rileah Vanderbilt plays Misty.



The practical effects in the film are the film's biggest strength. Hatchet 3 uses a lot less CG effects than other horror films. This allows some truly frightening moments to be recorded in the movie.

The cast delivers a strong performance, with Kane Hodder being the most terrifying villain. (click now to see webpages) The dialogue is so funny and tongue-in cheek that it can feel like a classic '80s horror movie. There are some funny moments that stand out in all the gut-wrenching scenes.

Unfortunately, due to the limited budget (reportedly just $1 million) most of the locations are repeats from previous films in the series--the same boat house was used two times within the movie and much of it feels like it's been recycled from other films in this franchise. Hatchet or Hatchet II may find it familiar, and this can lead to the movie feeling too familiar.

Overall, Hatchet 3 was a excellent series overall. There were plenty of gory thrills, and there were several great performances by the actors.